When can a landlord evict a tenant in Wales?
The appropriate route to possession will depend upon the type of occupation contract and why you are seeking possession.
Possession may be sought in circumstances including:
- serious rent arrears
- breach of the occupation contract
- anti-social behaviour
- certain circumstances where there is no fault on the part of the contract-holder.
Different notices and requirements apply depending upon the basis on which possession is sought, so landlords should establish the correct procedure before serving notice.
How do you evict a tenant in Wales?
The precise procedure will depend upon your circumstances, but the possession process may involve:
- Identifying the appropriate legal basis for possession
- Serving the appropriate possession notice
- Making a possession claim if the property is not returned
- Attending a possession hearing, where required
- Enforcing the possession order if necessary
Our solicitors can manage the process on your behalf and advise on the appropriate notice and procedure.
Can a landlord use a Section 173 notice in Wales?
A Section 173 landlord's notice can be used in qualifying circumstances where a landlord seeks possession of a periodic standard occupation contract without relying upon fault by the contract-holder.
There are a number of requirements which must be satisfied for a Section 173 notice to be valid. Rent Smart Wales confirms that the notice period must be at least six months and identifies Form RHW16 as the prescribed form in applicable cases.
Landlords should therefore ensure that the relevant requirements have been satisfied before serving notice.
How our tenant eviction solicitors can help
Our specialist landlord solicitors can assist with:
- Section 173 notices
- serious rent arrears
- breach of occupation contract
- anti-social behaviour
- reviewing notices already served
- possession proceedings
- defended possession claims
- possession hearings
- possession orders
- enforcement and eviction
We can review your occupation contract and supporting documentation before advising on the appropriate route to possession.
Fixed-fee tenant eviction services in Wales
We offer fixed-fee packages for stages of the tenant eviction process, providing clarity over the legal costs involved.
To advise you, we may ask for documents including your occupation contract and written statement, notices already served, a rent statement where relevant, and other documentation relating to the property and contract.
Speak to a tenant eviction solicitor for your property in Wales
If you need to evict a tenant or contract-holder from a property in Wales, our specialist residential landlord solicitors can advise on the appropriate route and handle the possession process on your behalf.
Call 0161 696 6170 or complete our online enquiry form.
